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Written question asked by Lord Harrison (Labour) on Thursday, 6 July 2017, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 July 2017. It was answered by Lord O'Shaughnessy (Conservative) on Friday, 14 July 2017 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Games

Question

Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the benefit of playing chess and bridge for (1) older people, (2) those with mental health problems and (3) children.

Answer

The Government has made no assessment of the benefit of playing chess and bridge for older people, those with mental health problems or children.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL562
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Children Mental illness Older people Chess Bridge
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk